Who We Are

Women working together to empower women and girls
in the Victoria Westshore community.

Through education, mentorship, and community partnerships, we help women build stronger futures.

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Our Story

Soroptimist International of Victoria Westshore is a volunteer organization of women dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls in our community.

Since being chartered in 2010, our members have worked together to create programs and partnerships that support women facing barriers to education, help girls be inspired about their potential, and strengthen our community.

Soroptimist means ‘best for women’ and that's what we strive to be: An organization of women at our best, helping other women to be their best.

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Our Work in the Local Community

We are committed to investing in programs and projects that have
a sustainable, measurable change for women and girls.

FUNDING EDUCATION
to improve career prospects

Learn More: Education Awards

INSPIRING TEENS
to build bold futures

Learn More: Dream It Be It Conference

IMPROVING FOOD SECURITY for women & seniors

Learn More: Food Security

Through the fun of friendship and the unity of purpose, we empower women and girls to reach their full potential
and achieve their dreams.

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MENTORING
future leaders

Learn More: Leadership Institute

Global Movement

Our club is part of Soroptimist International, a global volunteer network working in more than 120 countries
to improve the lives of women and girls through education and empowerment.

 Our Values

Gender Equality

Empowerment

Education

Diversity and Fellowship

Women and girls live free from discrimination.

Women and girls are free to act in their own best interest.

Women and girls deserve to lead full and productive lives through access to education.

Women from varied backgrounds and perspective work together to improve the lives of women and girls.

Our Vision

Women and girls have the resources and opportunities to reach their full potential and live their dreams.

Our Mission

Soroptimist is a global volunteer organization that improves the lives of women and girls through programs that lead to social and economic empowerment.

Soroptimist Pledge

We are Soroptimist. 

We strive to be our best, helping women to be their best. 

We will educate, empower, and encourage all women and girls. 

Together, we will make positive changes in our community and our world!

2025-2026 Board of Directors

  • Rhona Beaumont

    President

  • Loreli Urquhart

    President-Elect

  • Sharon Park

    Treasurer

  • Sandra Sterling-Weicker

    Recording Secretary

  • Suzanne Mandy

    Immediate Past President

  • Kate Corriveau

    Director Delegate

  • Kathy Doxtator

    Director Delegate

  • Joan Jackson

    Director Delegate

  • Erin Weber

    Director Delegate

  • Brenda Walker

    Corresponding Secretary

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